Collections from Sportful

The Italian producer Sportful, resident in the Dolomite Alps, not only is very popular among fans of Pro teams such as BORA-hansgrohe, but also has a lot of fans because they are an innovative brand. The variety of the product portfolio thrills those seeking weather protection with Fiandre. Ambitious cyclists and leisure time cyclists will be delighted by BodyFit products and for all outdoor enthusiasts the Giaraline was developed.

Fiandre, Italian for Flanders, is the name and origin of the Fiandre product line by Sportful. There weather conditions are constantly changing and nasty which presents a special challenge to cyclists and their weather protective clothing. It is absolutely essential, but not just for the Tour of Flanders and it not only consists of cycling jackets. The Fiandre product line scores high with its balance between versatility, excellent fit and adaptive properties in different weather conditions. This is facilitated by the innovative and highly flexible constructions including different membranes.

Most membranes are rather stiff, but offer 100% waterproof effect. On your road bike this proves to be a rather unfavorable combination, when both a tight fit for aerodynamics and body climate management are demanded.

Thus the membranes chosen for the Fiandre line offer as much protection from nasty weather as possible but without giving up the flexible fit. The Softshells used are produced by renowned manufacturers such as NeoShell by Polartec or products from the Infinium line by Gore-Tex. But there is also the inhouse development NoRain Softshell by Sportful which is used.

These Softshells master the thin line between excellent fit and highly water resistant effect due to a highly flexible membrane. At the same time they are 100% windproof at all times. The Fiandre line is not restricted to cycling jackets or light jackets. It offers bib shorts for the time between the seasons and bib tights for the cold days of the year as well. But also accessories such as gloves and arm, leg and knee warmers feature this flexible, water resistant and windproof combination. In addition, the Fiandre line has a recurring design element – the red stripe. This way this rather plain line receives an eye-catcher.

The Bodyfit products are all about perfect fit in combination with body climate management. They were developed in cooperation with Pro teams such as BORA-hansgrohe. The most important factors for an excellent fit are:

Body-mapped multi-panel construction
Finish with reduced number of seams and flatlock seams
Close cut design
Silicone grippers

Innovative materials provide optimum body climate management. Especially for jerseys combinations of mesh and micro mesh materials are suitable with smooth, quickly drying, highly flexible properties, perforated for breathability and quickly wicking moisture away. These materials offer high flexibility for cycling, and a good feel all round defies sweat inducing rides. Also the Bodyfit Pro seat pad is an ideal companion. It is conceived for long distances and thus offers great features such as foam zones of different densities, a smooth surface, and all you need for an excellent climate when sitting. This popular pad was also developed together with Pro teams.

The Bodyfit product line combines both function and style. The graphic prints and colour combinations are striking but not cluttered. Bodyfit products are ideal for your daily training.

The Dolomite Alps have also inspired Sportful in terms of Gravel. The manufacturer sees the Dolomites as a playground for innovations, ideas and simply as a perfect place for going on a rampage on bike – that’s what Giara and Supergiara were developed for.

For warm days of spring and hot summer days airy fabrics are used which allow for all-day performance. Thus the cuts are close and offer medium to strong compression. Of course, many mesh patch pockets are offered, because when you ride in rough terrain you should have a multi tool with you, and sufficient energy sources.

The stylish mesh pockets with prints definitely are the signature look of the Italian Power-brand. Earthy shades and the multi colour Melange yarn help you hide spray on autumn downhill rides through puddles and mud. Specially during the cold months the back country can particularly well be explored on your Gravelbike. Here Sportful also offers the perfect equipment. Flexible and highly performing Softshells, brushed fleece materials and dirt repellent and water resistant impregnations are used. The Giara line offers a variety of high performance clothing, but also those riding their Gravelbikes more on trekking oriented rides will find here what they are looking for.

With Supergiara Sportful lifts Gravel to the sweat inducing level. Here we are no longer “playing around“ in the back country but getting dirty – harder, better, stronger, faster! Thanks to the super lightweight fabrics and intelligent knit the body climate is balanced even in such demanding situations. Materials of both these lines need to be robust to prevent injuries and threads from being pulled out of the fabric – e.g. by hanging branches or in case of a fall. Lightweight yet flexible insulation layers, as presented in the Thermore, offer the ideal amount of warmth when switching from your road bike to your Gravelbike during the cold months.

Giara and Supergiara completely follow the Gravel theme – everything can be but nothing must be.